[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 83 (Friday, May 15, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E455]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





            RECOGNIZING THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF MASSMUTUAL

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                          HON. RICHARD E. NEAL

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 15, 2026

  Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an exceptional 
milestone for an institution in Massachusetts' 1st Congressional 
District: the 175th anniversary of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance 
Company. For generations, MassMutual has played a vital role in the 
financial security of millions of Americans and the economic strength 
of western and central Massachusetts.
  Founded on May 15, 1851, in Springfield, Massachusetts, where it 
remains headquartered today, MassMutual has stood for nearly two 
centuries as a pillar of stability and integrity, maintaining a 
steadfast and deep commitment to the communities it serves. From its 
earliest days, the company has embraced an enduring mission: to help 
people secure their future and protect the ones they love.
  For 175 years, MassMutual has been a consistent source of strength in 
moments of change, challenge, and celebration. They have supported 
American families through defining periods such as the Great Depression 
and the COVID-19 pandemic, helping communities endure and recover.
  Beyond its core business, MassMutual has demonstrated a strong 
commitment to community investment and civic responsibility. Through 
initiatives such as the MassMutual Foundation, the company has 
supported education, workforce development, and nonprofit organizations 
across the Commonwealth and throughout the country.
  Institutions like MassMutual remind us of the enduring value of 
trust, responsibility, and service. Their legacy is measured not only 
in years, but in the lives strengthened through financial security and 
opportunity.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating 
MassMutual on 175 years of excellence and recognizing its continued 
contributions to our communities and our economy. I wish the company 
and its employees continued success in the years ahead.

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